How did you get started in 3D art? I started with 3D
art about 3 years ago. I had just bough a computer and while trying
to learn how to 'surf' the net, I came across a site with 3D art.
Since I already created paintings and sketches, the 3D art
immediately drew my attention. I wanted to know more and somewhere
along the line I came across the term "poser", and that changed my
life. I have been poser-ing 3 years now and still the results amaze
me! Its such a pleasure, being able to make art that really comes
to life. And besides that, it always comes in handy when making
websites for my clients. What software do you use and
why? I use Poser and Photoshop 6. Photoshop works best for
me, it has so many possibilities! I make my textures from Photo's
which I make with my digital camera. And nobody is safe for my
camera, always lurking around to see if there is any good brow or
mouth to photograph :-))) Besides that I am now starting to learn
modelling. I have a very big drive, to try to master more in this
line of creating. I want to learn how to be able to make what I
imagine, besides textures and characters. And thanks to the help of
some absolutely great people, I am slowly learing this :-)
Any advice for getting started in selling 3D work? My
advice if I can give any is: try to create what feels right. Dont
try to make what others make, but find your own strength, your own
talent. And really like what you make, then the creations will come
on itself. Know your limitations and stay open for constructive
critisism. Keep your eye out for all the beauty in the world, it
will inspire you. But most of all, listen to your customers, help
them when they need it and let them know you appreciate their
trust. Where do you find inspiration for your
products? I walk around in life with a camera in my head.
My view on the world has changed since doing this. I look at people
and see textures, great lips, beautiful eyebrows :-), I think in
materials and shapes. I go to the theater and my head is filled
with ideas to recreate that what I just saw in 3D. I brows art and
paintings and get inspired. I listen to music and then feel the
urge to create. But I also look at my children, and realize that
I'll never be able to create that kind of glow and beauty in 3D
art:-) How has this online community (Renderosity) enhanced
your work, relationships, and learning? This community is
my cyber home. I love to be here, talk to my friends, wonder in
amazement at the art in the galleries, get fired up when reading
the forums, feel like a part of this wonderful world. I have gotten
to know so many great friends here, its hard to name them all. But
thanks specially to: -Stormi my partner and dear friend, for all
the talks and fun we have:-) -ToxicAngel my little bro, you have a
special place in my heart! -Deb and Marforno for their generosity
and advice, thanks for being there. -Darrell for his friendship.
-Jen for always being willing to help. -Syyd, for her inspiring
art. -All my amazing testers, for their awesome art and help in
making a good product, to many to mention but you know I am
speaking of you :-) -My customers, thanks for your trust, feedback
and enthousiasm. -Xurge, Sharkey and Vairesh for all their
patience, time and support in trying to teach me to model :-)
-Jenifer, Clint and all the other admins who are always willing to
help, test and answer all my questions, every time :-). -All those
who have send me feedback, instant messages and emails with
questions, comments or to just say hai and tell me they appreciated
my work. -And all those who I didnt mention. You all made me a
better artist and are the reason for me being here, trying to make
art and good products. Dalinise.
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Mucho CONGRATULATIONS partner, you're an inspiration to us all and I'm so proud of you. I feel blessed to get to work with you on our little projects and call you a very special friend. You've given so much to this community and we love ya. Hugs, Tara
